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Zane Shares Insights on Fatherhood, Parenting, Marriage & More Mar 10, 2023

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My wonderful husband, Zane, joins me this week to share about our childhoods, marriage, and best parenting advice.

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The Savvy Cast, my wonderful husband, Zane Tarence, joins me! I get questions all the time about Zane, our marriage, and how we have parented our three girls. In this episode, Zane and I answer your top-asked questions. We share about our upbringings, our transition to being "empty nesters," our best marriage advice, and so much more!

Questions Answered In This Episode:

What was Zane's childhood like?
How did Zane grow to have an entrepreneurial spirit?
What is it like being married to Jamie?
What advice would you give to married couples?
What was parenting like for the both of you?
What does Zane do for a living?
What is Silicon Y'all?
What's it like being empty nesters?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated. If you would prefer to watch the podcast interview, check it out on YouTube. Blessings to you!

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The Changes in My Kitchen Renovation That Made the Biggest Impact Mar 03, 2023

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If you have been following along with our home renovations via Instagram, you know we have been working on a kitchen renovation! In this episode, I share all the details of what I chose, from paint colors to backsplash to cabinets and more.

Episode At A Glance:

If you have been following along with @family_savvy on Instagram, you know that we have been undergoing a kitchen renovation. My primary goal in this renovation was to maximize storage and have the best setup for cooking and entertaining. To hear more details about our home renovations, stay tuned by following @family_savvy on Instagram and subscribing to The SavvyCast!

Questions Answered In This Episode:

Why did I choose inset cabinet doors?
What color did I choose for the whole house?
What color did I choose to paint the island?
Do I regret choosing marble countertops?
What kind of backsplash did I choose and why?
Why did I choose to just have a cooktop and not a range?
Do I actually use my pot filler or is it just for looks?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Courtney Myrick (from Triton Stone Group): cmyrick@tritonstone.com, @courtneymyrick (contact for backsplash)
Merry Margaret (from Surface One): merrymargaret@surface1.com, @merrymargaret52 (contact for marble)
Surface One Pelham
Triton Stone Group
Cabinet Hardware and Kitchen Lighting
Gold Mesh (Kent Design Wire 286S in Satin Brass) - order through Renee at Restoration Hardware

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I Chose ALL Marble for my Renovation: Would I Do It Again? Feb 24, 2023

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If you have been following along with our home renovations via Instagram, you know we recently installed new marble countertops and tile! In this episode, I share all the details of what I bought, who installed it, and what I would do differently.

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The SavvyCast, I am sharing all the details about my new marble countertops and bath tile. If you have been following along with @family_savvy on Instagram, you know that we have been undergoing several home renovations. In this episode, I am sharing why I chose marble countertops and tile for my kitchen and bathroom. I share which finishes I picked, what I would do differently, and how I keep my new countertops and tiles clean! To hear more details about our home renovations, stay tuned by following @family_savvy on Instagram and subscribing to The SavvyCast!

Questions Answered In This Episode:

What finish did Jamie choose and why?
Which tile did she choose for her bathroom?
What is something in Jamie's bathroom that she wishes she would've changed?
How hard is it to clean marble?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Courtney Myrick (from Triton Stone Group): cmyrick@tritonstone.com, @courtneymyrick
Merry Margaret (from Surface One): merrymargaret@surface1.com, @merrymargaret52
Surface One Pelham
Triton Stone Group

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3 Foods that Will Help with Anti-Inflammatory Eating (& 3 Foods to Avoid) with Carolyn Williams Feb 17, 2023

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Author, dietician, and award-winning journalist Carolyn Williams joins The SavvyCast to share what three foods could be causing inflammation and the top three foods to combat it with!

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The SavvyCast, Carolyn Williams joined me to discuss all things healthy eating! Carolyn is an author, dietician, and award-winning journalist. In this episode, Carolyn shares all about inflammation- from the items in your pantry that could be causing inflammation to the best anti-inflammatory foods. Additionally, Carolyn gives her best tangible tips and tricks for how to include more anti-inflammatory foods in your diet.

Who Is Carolyn Williams?

Carolyn Williams is an author, dietitian, and award-winning food and health journalist based in Alabama. She is also a busy mom of two who knows the necessity of having quick, healthy meal ideas. As such, she is always looking for — and then sharing – new recipes, cooking tips, and time-saving tricks to make getting dinner on the table quicker and easier.

Carolyn breaks down the latest news and trends when it comes to food, diet, and health, and loves being a trusted "go-to" resource when you need practical, yet research-based answers for you or your family. She believes eating and living well isn't about perfection. Rather, it's about doing the best you can with the resources you have, and she hopes her site gives you the tools to do just that for you and your family!

Three Foods To Include In Your Diet:

Leafy Greens- Try making the Chick-Fil-A Super Green Salad or the Easiest Kale Ceaser Salad
Berries- Try the Blueberry Almond Butter Smoothie
Cruciferous Vegetables - Try Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts, and Roasted Carrots

Three Foods To Take Out Of Your Pantry:

Highly Processed Foods
Gluten
Added Sugars

Questions Answered In This Episode:

How did Carolyn get into researching anti-inflammatory foods?
What was the inspiration for her cookbooks?
How do we know what processed foods are okay to eat?
What processed foods should we avoid?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

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Tonya Prewett's Insight on her Daughter's Experience on The Bachelor (and Her Best Advice for Raising Daughters) Feb 10, 2023

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Many of you may remember Madi Prewett from Season 24 of The Bachelor! This week I sat down with her mother, Tonya Prewett, to talk about all things faith and parenting.

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by Tonya Prewett! Tonya Prewett and her husband, Chad Prewett, are from Auburn, Alabama where Chad is the assistant coach of Auburn University's basketball team. They have three girls: Madi, Mallory, and Mary Mykal. You may know their daughter Madi from Season 24 of The Bachelor, where she finished as a finalist. In this episode, Tonya shares what it was like to have a daughter on The Bachelor as well as her best wisdom for raising daughters.

Questions Answered In This Episode:

What are all 3 of her daughters up to today?
What led Madi to join The Bachelor?
How did Madi being featured on The Bachelor impact others?
Did Madi ever face any difficulty from other people on the show because she was so outspoken about her faith?
How did Madi meet her husband?
What are the 41 letters?
If you could change 1 thing about your parenting, what would it be?
What do you think is the most important thing you can give your daughters in their formative years?
As parents, what boundaries did you set for your kids regarding social media?
What piece of advice would you give to young girls about godly dating?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Madi's book: Made for this Moment
Tonya's Instagram: @tonyaprew
Madi's Instagram: @madiprew

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Andrew Ryan's Testimony: Overcoming Church Hurt, Sexual Abuse, and Alcoholism Feb 03, 2023

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While everyone's faith testimony is powerful in its own way, some people's stories are especially inspiring. I know you will appreciate listening to Andrew Ryan's testimony as much as I did!

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The SavvyCast, Andrew Ryan joins me to graciously share the ins and outs of his faith story. From the moment I first heard part of Andrew's story at church, I knew it was one that needed to be shared with SavvyCast listeners! From experiencing sexual abuse at the hand of a prominent leader in his church, to turning towards a spiral of addiction and atheism, Andrew shares how God carried him through it all and delivered Andrew to Himself.

Who Is Andrew Ryan?

Andrew is an empowering and enterprising leader with a substantial history of helping Fortune 500 companies obtain market leadership through emerging technologies, data-driven insights, high-impact business processes, and digital transformations. He combines technical acumen with the soft skills needed to build trust, align stakeholders, tackle challenges with a calm-under-pressure approach, and inspire teams to reach peak performance levels. Andrew is married to his lovely bride, Hillary, and they have four children ages 3 -11. When not at work or parenting, Andrew enjoys tinkering with old cars and vintage electronics.

Questions Answered In This Episode:

What was your childhood/upbringing like?
Why did you not share about your abuse?
As a parent, what are the things to watch out for with your kids to prevent anything like this from happening?
What led you to come forward with sharing your story?
What happened to your abuser?
What happened to some of the other survivors?
How did you get to where you are today?
What did your life look like with alcoholism?
How did you change from being an atheist to a devout Christian?
How is your testimony helping others today?
What are your words to anyone else who has experienced church hurt or abuse from leaders in the church?
What are your words of encouragement to anyone struggling with alcoholism?

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated!!! Blessings to you!!!

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3 Main Movements to Yield the Greatest Health ROI Jan 27, 2023

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This week on The Savvy Cast, Sean Hiller shares about the three most fundamental exercises we should all be doing and why they are so important.

Episode At A Glance:

This week on The SavvyCast, I am joined by my son-in-law, Sean Hiller, to discuss the three most important and fundamental exercises. Sean is a PT, DPT, CSCS, and the owner of Vulcan Performance Rehabilitation and Recovery. In this episode, Sean shares just why these movements are so vital to our health as well as how to do them properly.

Who Is Sean Hiller?

Dr. Sean Hiller PT, DPT, CSCS is the owner of the Birmingham Alabama-based physical therapy company, Vulcan Performance Rehabilitation and Recovery. Vulcan is a one-on-one physical therapy company with their methodologies based in strength, conditioning, and fitness. They have a location in Mountain Brook, Alabama and Inverness on Hwy 280 in Alabama.

The Three Archetypal Movements That Yield The Greatest Health ROI:

Hinge/Deadlift- This is the foundation of all movement and therefore the most fundamental movement! These can be as simple as deadlifting kettlebells in your garage. Deadlifting teaches us how to brace our core and control our spine.
Squats - Squats are the second most fundamental movement and teach us how to brace our core while we move our hips through space.
Overhead press - These can help combat bad posture, especially a tendency to hunch over. Overhead presses are vitally important for the health of our entire upper bodies.

If you have any questions about these movements or general injury questions, you can learn more from Sean and Vulcan on Instagram @vulcanmovement and @seanhiller_physio or check out Vulcan's website here www.vulcanmovement.com. Feel free to email or message them with questions!

Questions Answered In This Episode:

Which exercises yield the greatest ROI?
Should we squat where our knees go past our toes?
What is the proper way to deadlift?
Which exercises help with posture?
Should we squat where our hips are below our knees?
What is better: the machine or free weights?

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated!!! Blessings to you!!!

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How to Cook Intuitively Rather Than Relying on the Clock Jan 20, 2023

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One of the best skills the home cook can learn is how to cook intuitively rather than always having to rely on a clock! In this episode, I teach you how to cook casserole dishes, roast vegetables, and even bake cakes without your kitchen timer.

Episode At A Glance:

Intuitive cooking and baking is when you are able to tell if a dish is done by the way it looks or smells rather than if your clock says it is ready. The recommended baking time in recipes is just that- a recommendation! Cooking times will vary depending on a variety of factors such as your oven and the type of pan or dish you use. In this episode, I share how you can tell if your dishes and baked goods are ready to pull out of the oven without relying on the clock!

Questions Answered In This Episode:

What is intuitive cooking and baking?
Is intuitive cooking a skill only experienced/professional chefs can acquire?
How can I tell if my cake is ready?
What should I look for when roasting vegetables in the oven?
How can I avoid burning my casseroles?

Recipes Mentioned In This Episode:

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated!!! Blessings to you!!!

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Valentine's Day/Galentine's Day Meals to Share with those You Love Jan 13, 2023

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If you want to enjoy a special Valentine's (or Galentine's!) meal without breaking the bank, this episode is for you!

Episode At A Glance:

I absolutely LOVE celebrating Valentine's Day and Galentine's Day, but finding a dinner reservation is always a hassle! That is why I love making a special, festive Valentine's meal at home. Not only is this the more cost-effective option, but it also allows you to avoid the restaurant crowd. In this episode, I share the recipes for a fabulous curated Valentine's Day menu, whether you are celebrating with your significant other or your Galentines! These dishes rival any restaurant meal, and most of them can be made or prepped ahead.

Valentine's Day Meals To Share With Your Significant Other:

Filet Mignon (Cooked in the skillet and finished in the oven)
Bourbon Street Bird
Spaghetti
Twice Baked Potatoes
Wedge Salad

Galentine's Meals To Share With Your Ladies:

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated!!! Blessings to you!!!

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10 Healthy Habits with the Highest ROI with Ellie Hiller Jan 06, 2023

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If you are tired of setting new health goals every January only to give them up by February, this episode is for you. Ellie Hiller of Vulcan Nutrition shares ten practical and sustainable habits that will have you reaching your health goals all year long.

Episode At A Glance:

In this episode of The SavvyCast, I am joined by my daughter, Ellie Hiller. Ellie is a certified nutrition coach at Vulcan Nutrition in Birmingham, Alabama. This week, Ellie shares about her Nutrition Counseling Program, as well as the ten healthy habits with the highest return on investment (ROI). By making these things a habit, you do not have to exert an exhausting amount of willpower just to get them done each day!

Who Is Ellie Hiller?

Before becoming a nutrition coach, Ellie received her RN/BSN from Samford's Ida B. Moffet School of Nursing. Ellie describes her ideal client as anyone without a preexisting medical condition who wants to improve their health. She takes each client on a highly personalized journey to a lifestyle change that is effective and sustainable.

What Are The Ten Healthy Habits With The Highest ROI?

1. Focus on getting 10,000 steps a day, preferably outdoors.

2. Start drinking ½ of your body weight in ounces of pure water per day.

3. Eat as close to your ideal or actual body weight in grams of protein as you can per day.

4. Track a day or a week of the foods you eat for awareness purposes.

5. Go to bed and wake up roughly around the same time each day with a minimum of 7 hours of sleep.

6. Buy a fitness tracker and ignore the part about "Calories Burned" during a workout.

7. Buy a protein powder that you love.

8. Find your "tribe" when it comes to fitness. Find a fitness routine you love and find a community of people who will help motivate you.

9. Optimally eat 800 grams of fruits and vegetables a day. Aim for at least a cup of vegetables at 2 meals per day.

10. Set your intentions for the day.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Connect with Vulcan Nutrition on Instagram: @the_vulcan_nutrition
Connect with Ellie Hiller on Instagram: @elliehiller
Vulcan Nutrition Counseling Program: Take $50 off the first month of the coaching rate if you say you heard about it through The SavvyCast! When filling out the contact form, simply enter "The SavvyCast" under the question, "Where did you hear about us?"

I hope you enjoyed this episode! As always, if you have time to rate, review, and subscribe to The SavvyCast on Apple Podcasts, it would be SO appreciated!!! Blessings to you!!!

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